1997 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4x4
VIN 1J4FY49S6VP497594
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Aug 3, 2026
What’s special about this listing
- First-year 1997 TJ generation Wrangler - reintroduced the iconic round headlights that defined Jeep heritage
- Extensively modified for serious off-road use with 37-inch Maxxis tires, 3.5-inch suspension lift, Dana 30 front and Ford 8.8 rear axles with 4.88 gears
- Equipped with Detroit Locker front and rear differentials for maximum traction in challenging terrain
- Reliable 4.0-liter inline-6 engine producing 181 horsepower and 222 lb-ft of torque
- Comparable modified TJ Wranglers have sold in the $12,900-$25,328 range. See the Jeep Wrangler TJ market →
- Carfax history indicates only minor damage incidents in 2007 and 2012 with no airbag deployment
- Moss Green finish with tan hardtop and unique Saddle and green interior combination
Specs
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- Year
- 1997
- Make
- Jeep
- Model Family
- Wrangler
- Model Generation
- TJ
- Model Variant
- Sahara
- Model Trim
- -
- VIN
- 1J4FY49S6VP497594
- Mileage
- 148,000 mi
- Originality
- Modified
- Engine
- 4.0L I6 (252ci)
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drive Type
- Four Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
- Vehicle Type
- Automobile
- Body Style
- SUV
- Driver Side
- LHD
- Doors
- 2 Doors
- Color Group (Ext)
- Green
- Color Group (Int)
- Green
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